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Wednesday, July 29, 2009

Air Products: FAS 109 Senior Accountant

Req No. 3522BR
Job Title FAS 109 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Finance/Controllership
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a FAS 109 SENIOR ACCOUNTANT at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

Position Summary:
The Income Tax Accountant is responsible for ensuring that income taxes are accurately accounted for in accordance with GAAP on a global basis. This position provides tax guidance to all tax and controllership personnel on a global basis.

The Income Tax Accountant is required to calculate the current and deferred tax provision for all companies in the worldwide consolidated group on a monthly basis. This position is responsible for both the internal and external reporting of the company’s tax information. The internal reporting includes communication of quarterly tax data to the CFO, Corporate Controller and Vice President of Taxes. External reporting involves preparation of the income tax footnote and MD&A discussion along with the preparation of various analyses/schedules for review by the company’s outside audit firm.

Principal Responsibilities:
•Work directly with the tax department,technical accounting and operating controllers to maintain the global income tax provision and balance sheet accounts in accordance with GAAP
•Calculate the monthly current and deferred tax provision
•Provide FASB 109 research support and guidance to all global tax and controllership employees
•Annual tax balance sheet reconciliation.
•Effective tax rate reconciliation completed on a quarterly basis
•Work with tax director to achieve clean SOX opinion on all tax controls
•Record the APB 23 computation
•Work closely with the tax director on data collection processes to streamline quarterly and year- end external/internal reporting requirements
•Analyze and maintain the tax reserve and credits and adjustments schedules
•Work with corporate decision support on the tax model which forecasts the effective tax rate
•Review deferred taxes for all domestic and foreign operating locations including balance sheet classification changes to ensure compliance with GAAP
•Meet all KPMG quarterly and year-end reporting requirements for the income tax provision and income tax asset/liability accounts. This includes the preparation of the roll-forward of accrued income tax and deferred tax accounts in the US and foreign entities
•Prepare all income tax disclosures in the MD&A and footnotes for the quarterly and annual financial statements

Qualifications:
•A minimum of 5 years in accounting or tax accounting
•FAS 109, FIN 48 and APB 23 experience is preferred
•Strong knowledge in the preparation of financial statements
•International tax accounting experience preferred
•Experience with SAP software a plus
•CPA, Public Accounting experience preferred
•Strong analytical and problem solving skills
•Ability to interact with all levels within the organization
•Education- An undergraduate degree in accounting is required.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3522BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.
We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic


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Tuesday, July 28, 2009

Guardian Life: Learning Specialist

Job Title: Learning Specialist
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-07-23
Request Number: 4212

Job Description:
Position Objective: This role will drive the improvement of individual and organizational performance through the development and delivery of training and performance-improvement initiatives. Major Opportunities and Decisions: Collaborate with internal HRBPs and OE Specialists to understand needs, deadlines for development and to ensure the projects are innovative, well designed, accurate and delivered on time. Design and develop training programs, both instructor-led and virtual, to provide employees with the knowledge, skills and ability necessary to perform their jobs. Foster and deliver high quality learning experiences through a blended learning approach using hands-on activities to simulate real tasks. Produce high quality innovative learning programs to clients. Ensure that designs incorporate learning best practices and achieve learning outcomes and client satisfaction. Manage multiple design priorities, deadlines and projects efficiently and in a timely manner. Develop appropriate instructional methodologies and formats. Ensure drafts, revisions and final designed documents are accurate and error-free. Conduct “train-the-trainer” sessions and other training delivery and facilitation as required. Evaluate, maintain and modify existing training programs and materials to ensure continuous improvement. Ensure all training programs are on the Learning Management System (LMS) to accurately track employee learning. Principal Accountabilities: Activity Design, develop, and deliver learning programs to meet identified business needs. Collaborate with HRBPs and OE Specialist to assess and identify individual and organizational learning needs and opportunities; proactively consult with HRBPs and line of business leaders to establish and maintain relationships. Measure and evaluate effectiveness of learning programs and interventions. Research and evaluate external learning programs for internal applications.

Qualification:
Skills and Knowledge: Competencies/Skills: Excellent client service skills with a proven track record in monitoring and acting on service metrics, and building relationships. Must have great judgment and critical thinking skills, strong sense of urgency, flexibility and adaptability to various types of highly stressful situations, excellent time management skills. Proven business acumen. Quickly gathers and disseminates information which allows for a sound business decision when dealing with ambiguity Fosters an environment that demands a high degree of teamwork and collaboration within human resources as well as with business unit resources Leads by example in communicating constructively, honestly, and candidly, seeks input from others; provides timely feedback to celebrate success and foster improvement Follows through on commitments; holds self and others accountable for achieving required outcomes Ability to successfully prioritize and handle multiple tasks; excellent project manager Excellent oral and written communication skills including active listening and presentation skills Strong interpersonal skills, be able to perform in a team environment, handle multiple projects and meet deadlines Knowledge: Knowledge and application of instructional design practices Knowledge and application of adult learning principles Knowledge and application of measurement and assessment of performance improvement from learning interventions Proficient in computer applications (i.e. PowerPoint, Word, Excel, & Internet Navigation) required. Working knowledge of web-design software and tools (i.e. HTML, JavaScript, Dreamweaver, FrontPage and other authoring technologies) Proficient in computer based authoring software (i.e. Captivate, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Lectora and other Authorware, e-Learning applications, HRMS and LMS systems) required. Proficient with the use of online learning technologies such as Webex, Brainshark, etc. Education and Experience: Education: Bachelor's degree in training design, organizational development or other related field preferred. Four-year degree required. Experience: Four to six years proven experience in instructional design practices, adult learning principles, performance based training preferred. Completion of recognized coursework, certifications or related degree program preferred. Demonstrated ability to design, develop, evaluate and maintain training curricula and materials. Other Requirements: Occasional domestic travel required

To apply, go to http://www.guardianlife.com/GuardianLife/JobPostingServlet

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Guardian Life: Human Resources Business Partner

Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner
Job Location: Bethlehem, PA
Posted Date: 2009-07-23
Request Number: 4213

Job Description:
Position Objective: The HR Business Partner (HRBP) engages in a strategic partnership with leaders within a specified business area of the organization. The HRBP serves as a consultant to management on all aspects of talent management, engaging resources from the Human Resources Centers of Excellence as appropriate. The HRBP leads the development of HR solutions in order to support successful execution of the client business strategy. Major Opportunities and Decisions: The successful HRBP will be viewed as a critical partner by the leaders within their designated business area, and will be proactively sought out as a value-add resource in achieving business goals. The HRBP must remain abreast of business goals, risks, issues, and challenges in order to anticipate HR related needs and develop solutions. Principal Accountabilities: Activity Conduct meetings with business area leaders at regular intervals. Serve as a change agent, providing solutions and communication guidance. Provide leadership and solutions in response to all aspects of talent management including talent acquisition, talent assessment, and talent development. Engage resources from the Human Resources Centers of Excellence as appropriate. Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues; escalate issues as necessary. Manage relationships and coordinate seamless service between clients and HR Centers of Excellence (Benefits, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Talent Development, Payroll, Employee Relations, and Support Center) Lead various HR initiatives within the assigned business area, including talent review, succession planning, common review, etc.

Qualification:
Skills and Knowledge: Competencies/Skills: Excellent consulting skills and verbal and written communication skills Ability to impact and influence Strong conflict management and negotiation skills Self-directed, proactive and motivated Creative problem solving skills Exceptional service orientation The Human Resources Business Partner must be perceived as knowledgeable, trustworthy, and competent. The incumbent must be able to interact effectively with leadership and impact their decision making. Integrity and strong interpersonal skills are essential to succeed. Respect for diversity and ideas of others is critical, and diplomacy and motivation skills are necessary. The successful incumbent is a good listener with a commitment to service and support. Knowledge: Strong MS Word, PowerPoint, and MS Excel skills required; knowledge of Visio a plus. Working knowledge of multiple HR disciplines Education and Experience: Education: BA/BS required, or equivalent work experience MBA/MS in human resources or related field highly desirable. Experience: 5 years of human resource consulting experience Other Requirements: Occasional Travel 0-33% of time

To apply, go to http://www.guardianlife.com/GuardianLife/JobPostingServlet

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Tuesday, July 14, 2009

Air Products: Category Sourcing Specialist

Req No. 3489BR
Job Title CATEGORY SOURCING SPECIALIST
Employment Status Full Time
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Energy and Materials
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products and Chemicals, Inc., a Fortune 500 manufacturer of industrial gases and chemicals, has an immediate opening for a CATEGORY SOURCING SPECIALIST at our Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania.

This position has primary responsibilities for providing broad commercial, financial, and technical leadership for the sourcing activities involving many and varied corporate commodities within the global corporate sourcing team.

The position requires the incumbent to gain detailed knowledge of the appropriate supply markets, perform market analysis, lead strategy development for key materials and services and work closely with team(s) of internal clients. Activities may also include make vs. buy analysis, development of total cost of ownership models and significant amount of supplier interaction, negotiation and collaboration. The incumbent is responsible for conducting sourcing events for their respective materials or service categories. Accordingly, this position has full knowledge of implementing The Air Products Way including all e-enabled technologies.

The incumbent will be responsible for developing, negotiating, implementing and maintaining competitively advantageous supply arrangements as the category sourcing functional expert. The incumbent is expected to have in-depth commercial and technical knowledge of the categories they support. The incumbent is expected to have strong leadership and analytical skills and work well in team settings.

Incumbent typically has an undergraduate BA/BS degree. An MBA is not necessary, but desirable.

This position is a developmental role for individuals considering commercial assignments of increased responsibility within, or external to, the global sourcing teams.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

To apply for this position, please visit the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the link - Visit our Career Center. You can apply specifically to Job Req #3489BR. If you are a current Air Products employee, please apply via APOnline by clicking on Online Applications, then selecting Career Center.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for an interview, or are currently employed by Air Products, will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic


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Friday, June 26, 2009

Air Products: IT Specialist

Req No. 3432BR
Job Title CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM - IT SPECIALIST
Employment Status CDP
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Global IT
Job Description and Qualifications Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (CDP)

Overview:

The Career Development Program (CDP) is designed for entry-level IT specialists (0-2 years of experience) joining Air Products. The purpose of the program is to allow entry-level IT specialists to gain experience in various areas of the company. While on the program, participants are able to develop their technical and professional skills as well as get a better understanding of their areas of interest and strengths.

The program consists of three rotations that include different assignments with durations of approximately 12 months. Typical assignments for IT specialists on the program may include business process, application solutions, infrastructure, data, and regional execution services.

Our Global Information Technology group is dedicated to serving our worldwide businesses and processes, and plays a key role in achieving strategic objectives. Air Products is the world's only combined gases and chemicals company, with annual revenues of $10 billion and operations in more than 40 countries.

Appropriate Degree Programs (Bachelor or Advanced): Individuals with degrees in any of the following areas will be considered: Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, and Information Technology.

Air Products looks for candidates with strong academic performance. Other important factors include relevant work experience (co-ops or internships) and involvement in campus activities.

Candidates for this position must be authorized to work indefinitely in the United States.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for interviews will be contacted.

Air Products is an equal opportunity employer (M/F/D/V) where diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic


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Tuesday, June 23, 2009

Air Products: PHD Career Development Program for Engineers

Req No. 3398BR
Job Title PHD CAREER DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM
Employment Status CDP
Employment Type Exempt
Country United States
Location US-PA-Allentown
Organization US - Technology (all except Elect/High Temp/Advanced)
Job Description and Qualifications RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR PH.D. ENGINEERS

Air Products offers challenging opportunities in a vast variety of research and development activities commensurate with the wide range of customers with whom we’ve established lasting relationships. These areas cover a broad spectrum of research activities, ranging from long-range fundamental and exploratory research to the development of highly innovative, top priority processes and products. The range of industries served includes: chemical processing, metallurgical, electronics, glass, food and medical among many others. Both theoretical and experimental approaches are used in the development of new products, process technology and applications. Experimental investigations are carried out on the lab bench, pilot plant, and full commercial scale operations at both Air Products and customer sites.

We are currently seeking Ph.D. Engineers in the following disciplines:

** Chemical Engineering/Mechanical Engineering with an emphasis on traditional, fundamental engineering skills (a mix of experimental and theoretical focus preferable). Areas of expertise include, but are not limited to:
- Reactor and combustion engineering
- Advanced separation technology
- Transport processes
- Modeling, including dynamic simulation
- Energy related research

About the Career Development Program:

A program that Air Products offers to the graduate is the Career Development Program. This is a rotational program that gives the option of taking several responsible positions in areas where you may have career interests. Technical and commercial assignments may be available at various locations throughout the United States, although Ph.D. assignments are generally located at Corporate Headquarters in Allentown, Pennsylvania. The Ph.D. Career Development Program includes 3 one-year rotational assignments.

The Ph.D. Career Development Program is available to those pursuing advanced degrees (Ph.D.) in selected programs and graduating at any time. Post-Doctoral candidates are also welcome.

We grant interviews to individuals who are presently authorized to work full time in the United States indefinitely. This includes: U.S. citizens or nationals; legal permanent residents; conditional residents (foreign national sponsored by US citizen spouse for permanent resident status and married for less than 2 years); asylees; refugees; temporary residents (as authorized under IRCA's amnesty procedures). Individuals who are eligible only for temporary employment authorization in the U.S. (all non-immigrant aliens, including F-1 and J-1 students) will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

In addition to applying/interviewing on campus, you must also apply on the Air Products Career Center at www.airproducts.com/careers. Click on the button 'Visit our Career Center.' Please apply specifically to Req #3398BR.

We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those applicants who are being considered for on-site interviews will be contacted.

Air Products (NYSE:APD) serves customers in industrial, energy, technology and healthcare markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of atmospheric gases, process and specialty gases, performance materials, and equipment and services. Founded in 1940, Air Products has built leading positions in key growth markets such as semiconductor materials, refinery hydrogen, home healthcare services, natural gas liquefaction, and advanced coatings and adhesives. The company is recognized for its innovative culture, operational excellence and commitment to safety and the environment. Air Products has annual revenues of over $10 billion, operations in more than 40 countries, and 21,000 employees around the globe. For more information, visit www.airproducts.com.

Air Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) where Diversity matters.
Type of Relocation Benefits Provided Domestic


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Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Lehigh Valley Hospital - Family Physician, Emergency Medicine

Family Physician, Hamburg Pennsylvania
Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, progressive health system seeks a family physician for a network-owned family medicine practice. Hamburg Family Practice Center is a well-established, 5-physician outpatient based practice in a modern and spacious office. Work a four-day week (including a three-day weekend), receive a great salary with outstanding benefits and join a busy and growing practice. Call is 1:6. Hamburg is a lovely community in Berks County with charming neighborhoods, abundant outdoor activities and quaint shops located 30 minutes west of Allentown, PA.

Contact Information: Interested physicians should send a CV to Tammy.Jamison@LVH.com, or call (610) 969-0212.

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Division of Emergency Medicine

Emergency Medicine
JOIN ONE OF FORTUNE MAGAZINE’S BEST PLACES TO WORK IN THE U.S.! Lehigh Valley Hospital’s Emergency Medicine Department—now managing 5 sites in Pennsylvania—has grown. Our 50+ salaried Emergency Medicine physicians and 15 PAs and NPs enjoy a collegial atmosphere and evaluate over 199,000 patients annually. Candidates must be clinically excellent, patient focused, BC/BE and EM Residency trained. We have a paperless ED, the largest Level I Trauma program in PA with Primary Angioplasty and Stroke Alert and MI Alert Program, an 18-bed Burn Center and an Emergency Medicine Residency along with 13 additional accredited programs. LVH is listed in U.S. News & World Report for the 13th consecutive year as one of our nation’s best hospitals. Our organization is physician-led, financially strong, and the winner of many quality awards including MAGNET status in nursing. We offer a competitive salary, wonderful work environment with excellent physician and mid-level coverage, and robust benefits including family healthcare with no employee contribution, 3 forms of retirement, medical liability coverage, 6 weeks of PTO plus 1 week of CME with $3,200 annually plus ACEP/ACOEP boards paid, + more. Opportunity for teaching, research, and career advancement. Our ED locations are in the Lehigh Valley and in Hazleton, PA. Both locations are within 1-1/2 hrs. to NYC and 1-2 hours to Philadelphia. Our members find a healthy lifestyle and moderate to low cost of living, excellent suburban public schools, and pleasant neighborhoods. Live within minutes of your workplace!

Contact Information: To learn more, e-mail CV to Richard MacKenzie, Chair of Emergency Medicine, LVH at Debra.D’Angelo@LVH.com. Phone (610) 969-0216.

Tuesday, June 9, 2009

St. Luke's Hospital - Dental Surgical Assistant, Clinical Coordinator

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Job Title: Dental Surgical Assistant
Req: 7198
Location: Allentown
Entity 30 -Physician Group
Department: 6395HM-Center for Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
Full/Part Time Full Time
Shift Schedule Mon-Fri

Job Description: Oral Surgery assistant needed Full-time, days Monday-Friday. Candidate must be able to multi-task efficently.

Job Qualifications: 1+ years of dental experience a plus, but not required. CPR and X-ray certification, a plus.



Job Title: Clinical Cordinator-S2- flex day/evenings
Req: 6893
Location: Allentown
Entity 11 –Allentown
Department: 6053AO-South 2 - Medical/Surgical
Full/Part Time Full Time
Shift Schedule Flexible day/evenings

Job Description: The Clinical Coordinator is responsible for maintaining clinical practice standards, utilizing and promoting evidence based practice and guiding the interdisciplinary team. Acts as a staff resource and liaison to facilitate staff development. Works collaboratively with Patient Care Manger, supervisor and Patient Access Center to maintain standards of professional nursing practice. Assumes a patient assignment, as necessary, to support the staff and patient care.

Job Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program. Registered Nurse with current license to practice in the State of PA. Bachelor of Science in Nursing required upon hire, or currently enrolled in such program with a graduation date.
At least two years experience in medical surgical telemetry.
This is a full time position, must be able to work flexible hours on all shifts to meet position requirements.




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